Artwork
'Dune'
'Dune' is a drawing by Marie-Louise Carven. It dates from 1949 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.
About this work
Overview
Dune is a 1949 fashion design sketch by Marie-Louise Carven, founder of the Carven fashion house. The work is part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The sketch depicts a woman in a loose, belted dress with wide shoulders and a simple collar, emphasizing comfort and style through clean lines and a relaxed fit.
Technique & Style
Executed with bold and confident lines, the sketch prioritizes the garment's shape and movement over intricate details, characteristic of a quick, expressive drawing.
History & Provenance
Created in 1949 by Marie-Louise Carven, a pioneer among Parisian couturiers in introducing prêt-à-porter lines, the sketch reflects the post-WWII evolution of women's fashion.
Context
The design embodies the shift in women's fashion post-World War II, marked by a move towards more accessible, ready-to-wear clothing while maintaining stylish appeal.
Artist & collection
Artist
Marie-Louise Carven (31 August 1909 – 8 June 2015), born Carmen de Tommaso, was a French fashion designer who founded the house of Carven in 1945.
Museum
Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris
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